Jake St. Peter
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Entrepreneurial and creative Founder passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder / CEO
Dirigo Creative
Raleigh, NC
05.2011 - Current
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Attracted top talent for the company, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Over 25 Years experience web design and online marketing.
- Provide internet security for our clients.
Founder / CEO
Coalmarch Productions
Raleigh, NC
05.2003 - 05.2011
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Attracted top talent for the company, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Drove revenue growth by launching new products and services that met customer demands.
- Spearheaded marketing initiatives that effectively communicated brand value propositions, resulting in higher customer acquisition rates.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
Web Design / SEO
Gotickets.com
Cary, NC
05.2000 - 04.2003
- Enhanced user experience by designing responsive web layouts and interfaces.
- Collaborated with the development team for seamless integration of design elements into functional websites.
- Improved website load times by optimizing images and implementing CSS techniques.
- Increased website accessibility through compliance with WCAG standards and guidelines.
- Contributed to a higher conversion rate by redesigning the company''s landing pages.
- Assisted in the creation of wireframes, prototypes, and mockups to effectively communicate design ideas to clients and stakeholders.
- Streamlined navigation for improved user experience by conducting thorough UX research and analysis.
- Stayed current on industry trends, attending workshops and conferences to continuously improve design skills and knowledge.
- Performed routine maintenance on company websites, ensuring optimal performance at all times.
- Completed comprehensive competitor analyses to identify areas for improvement in design strategy.
- Supported SEO efforts by incorporating keyword optimization into web designs.
- Provided support for ad-hoc graphic design needs including presentations, brochures, and banners throughout tenure.
- Followed best practices for software development and web security.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
University of North Carolina At Charlotte
Skills
- Website Design / Development
- Branding / Graphic Design
- Project Management
- Google AdWords
- SEO Optimization
- Website Maintenance
- Website Privacy and Security
- Ecommerce Integration
- Ecommerce Strategies
- Penetration Testing
- White Hat Ethical Hacking
- Cybersecurity / Cyber Fraud
- Internet Security
- Web3 / Crypto / Smart Contracts
Timeline
Founder / CEO
Dirigo Creative
05.2011 - Current
Founder / CEO
Coalmarch Productions
05.2003 - 05.2011
Web Design / SEO
Gotickets.com
05.2000 - 04.2003
No Degree - General Studies
University of North Carolina At Charlotte